Children orphaned by Covid-19 learn to rebuild their lives at HOPE School

Five years after the death of her father from Covid-19, 14-year-old Ho Nguyen Minh Tam still wishes she could have more time with him. In addition to losing a father, the pandemic has orphaned thousands of children, including Tam. The HOPE School, which cares for and educates children orphaned by the pandemic, offers them a chance to rebuild their lives and move forward in their own way.

Tam's story is one of many children who have grown up without their parents. She regrets not completing a single color painting, something her father always encouraged her to do. When she finally painted with colors, she wanted to show it to her father; however, he was no longer alive.

At HOPE School, Tam learned to paint with acrylic colors and mixed the primary colors to create different shades. Despite feeling insecure about her appearance, Tam joined the school's Art Club and became absorbed in painting people. Her skills have improved since joining the school, and her artwork is now displayed around the school, bearing her signature.